1. They are members of the corundum family. <\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"10](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/still-2608539_1920-1024x396.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCorundum stones come in many different colours, caused by impurities in their molecular makeup. When titanium and iron are present, a blue colour develops, and the corundum becomes identifiable as a sapphire. When exposed to different impurities, sapphires can be found in a wide range of colours. Rubies are also a member of the corundum family. These stones are suitable for use in jewellery as they are dense and compact, and not prone to breaking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n2. Sapphires are thought to bring good luck and good health. <\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Sapphire](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sapphire-1433293_1920-1024x669.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThese gemstones have been thought to possess mythical powers, bringing good luck and good health to the wearer. Sapphires are also associated with truth, innocence, peace, mystery and romance. Many of these attributes may have been given to sapphires due to their colour. Blue is often associated with peace, truth and innocence due to its calming hue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n3. \u2018Sapphire\u2019 comes from both Latin and Greek. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"10](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/color-2535676_1920-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe name \u2018sapphire\u2019 comes from both the Latin \u2019sapphirus\u2019 and the Greek \u2018sappheiros\u2019. These very similar words both mean \u2018blue\u2019, so the gemstone was named simply after its colour. It is believed that originally these words may have referred to lapis lazuli, another kind of blue gemstone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n4. They are found all over the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"10](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/wedding-1773801_1920-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSapphires have been found in countries all over the world, including Madagascar, Thailand, Australia and China. However, the most highly regarded sapphires are those that come from Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is so famous for its sapphires that it is sometimes referred to as \u2018Gem Island\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The rarest variety of sapphire is found in Sri Lanka. It is named \u2018padparadscha\u2019, the Sinhalese word for \u2018lotus flower\u2019. They have a pinkish, orange colour, creating a look of sunrise and sunset. They are typically sifted out of Sri Lankan rivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n5. The Millennium Sapphire is the largest cut and polished sapphire in the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"10](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/diamond-316611_1280-1024x678.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe stone was discovered in 1995 in Madagascar and taken to Thailand to be examined and certified. The initial value of this sapphire was estimated between $90 million USD and $500 million USD. In 2001, the Guinness World Records certified the Millennium Sapphire<\/a> as being the largest carved sapphire in the world. Artist Daniel McKinney was hired to carve the stone. Each carving represents a great mind in human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n6. Sapphires are historically linked with the Royal Family.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"Sapphire](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/andy-holmes-bRnzmMF7GCM-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe association with the Royal Family dates back to medieval kings. They often wore sapphire rings as they believed the gemstones would protect them from their enemies. It is thought that the term \u2018royal blue\u2019 may come from this royal affiliation with sapphires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n7. The most famous piece of sapphire jewellery is Lady Diana\u2019s engagement ring. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"10](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/pexels-axecop-2697598-1024x682.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPrince Charles proposed to Lady Diana in 1981 with an 18-karat white gold ring, set with a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring was designed by Garrard and is reportedly worth more than $500,000. Prince William inherited the ring and has since given it to his wife, Kate Middleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n8. Most natural sapphires are heat treated. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/cornelia-ng-hxtKsjWSd3M-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt accepted within the gemstone industry that natural sapphires are often heat treated in order to enhance their colour and protect them against accidental damage. This method is used to ensure that sapphire jewellery is long-lasting and durable, suitable for everyday wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n9. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"10](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sapphire-ring-2119613_1920-1024x768.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe hardness of gemstones is measured using the Mohs scale<\/a>. The scale goes from 1 to 10. Corundum, and therefore sapphires, fall at number 9 on the Mohs scale, only one step behind diamonds. This means that sapphires are incredibly hard, and the only material that can scratch them is diamond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCorundum stones come in many different colours, caused by impurities in their molecular makeup. When titanium and iron are present, a blue colour develops, and the corundum becomes identifiable as a sapphire. When exposed to different impurities, sapphires can be found in a wide range of colours. Rubies are also a member of the corundum family. These stones are suitable for use in jewellery as they are dense and compact, and not prone to breaking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Sapphires are thought to bring good luck and good health. <\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThese gemstones have been thought to possess mythical powers, bringing good luck and good health to the wearer. Sapphires are also associated with truth, innocence, peace, mystery and romance. Many of these attributes may have been given to sapphires due to their colour. Blue is often associated with peace, truth and innocence due to its calming hue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n3. \u2018Sapphire\u2019 comes from both Latin and Greek. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe name \u2018sapphire\u2019 comes from both the Latin \u2019sapphirus\u2019 and the Greek \u2018sappheiros\u2019. These very similar words both mean \u2018blue\u2019, so the gemstone was named simply after its colour. It is believed that originally these words may have referred to lapis lazuli, another kind of blue gemstone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n4. They are found all over the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSapphires have been found in countries all over the world, including Madagascar, Thailand, Australia and China. However, the most highly regarded sapphires are those that come from Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is so famous for its sapphires that it is sometimes referred to as \u2018Gem Island\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The rarest variety of sapphire is found in Sri Lanka. It is named \u2018padparadscha\u2019, the Sinhalese word for \u2018lotus flower\u2019. They have a pinkish, orange colour, creating a look of sunrise and sunset. They are typically sifted out of Sri Lankan rivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n5. The Millennium Sapphire is the largest cut and polished sapphire in the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe stone was discovered in 1995 in Madagascar and taken to Thailand to be examined and certified. The initial value of this sapphire was estimated between $90 million USD and $500 million USD. In 2001, the Guinness World Records certified the Millennium Sapphire<\/a> as being the largest carved sapphire in the world. Artist Daniel McKinney was hired to carve the stone. Each carving represents a great mind in human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n6. Sapphires are historically linked with the Royal Family.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe association with the Royal Family dates back to medieval kings. They often wore sapphire rings as they believed the gemstones would protect them from their enemies. It is thought that the term \u2018royal blue\u2019 may come from this royal affiliation with sapphires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n7. The most famous piece of sapphire jewellery is Lady Diana\u2019s engagement ring. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPrince Charles proposed to Lady Diana in 1981 with an 18-karat white gold ring, set with a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring was designed by Garrard and is reportedly worth more than $500,000. Prince William inherited the ring and has since given it to his wife, Kate Middleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n8. Most natural sapphires are heat treated. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt accepted within the gemstone industry that natural sapphires are often heat treated in order to enhance their colour and protect them against accidental damage. This method is used to ensure that sapphire jewellery is long-lasting and durable, suitable for everyday wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n9. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe hardness of gemstones is measured using the Mohs scale<\/a>. The scale goes from 1 to 10. Corundum, and therefore sapphires, fall at number 9 on the Mohs scale, only one step behind diamonds. This means that sapphires are incredibly hard, and the only material that can scratch them is diamond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThese gemstones have been thought to possess mythical powers, bringing good luck and good health to the wearer. Sapphires are also associated with truth, innocence, peace, mystery and romance. Many of these attributes may have been given to sapphires due to their colour. Blue is often associated with peace, truth and innocence due to its calming hue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. \u2018Sapphire\u2019 comes from both Latin and Greek. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe name \u2018sapphire\u2019 comes from both the Latin \u2019sapphirus\u2019 and the Greek \u2018sappheiros\u2019. These very similar words both mean \u2018blue\u2019, so the gemstone was named simply after its colour. It is believed that originally these words may have referred to lapis lazuli, another kind of blue gemstone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n4. They are found all over the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSapphires have been found in countries all over the world, including Madagascar, Thailand, Australia and China. However, the most highly regarded sapphires are those that come from Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is so famous for its sapphires that it is sometimes referred to as \u2018Gem Island\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The rarest variety of sapphire is found in Sri Lanka. It is named \u2018padparadscha\u2019, the Sinhalese word for \u2018lotus flower\u2019. They have a pinkish, orange colour, creating a look of sunrise and sunset. They are typically sifted out of Sri Lankan rivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n5. The Millennium Sapphire is the largest cut and polished sapphire in the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe stone was discovered in 1995 in Madagascar and taken to Thailand to be examined and certified. The initial value of this sapphire was estimated between $90 million USD and $500 million USD. In 2001, the Guinness World Records certified the Millennium Sapphire<\/a> as being the largest carved sapphire in the world. Artist Daniel McKinney was hired to carve the stone. Each carving represents a great mind in human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n6. Sapphires are historically linked with the Royal Family.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe association with the Royal Family dates back to medieval kings. They often wore sapphire rings as they believed the gemstones would protect them from their enemies. It is thought that the term \u2018royal blue\u2019 may come from this royal affiliation with sapphires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n7. The most famous piece of sapphire jewellery is Lady Diana\u2019s engagement ring. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPrince Charles proposed to Lady Diana in 1981 with an 18-karat white gold ring, set with a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring was designed by Garrard and is reportedly worth more than $500,000. Prince William inherited the ring and has since given it to his wife, Kate Middleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n8. Most natural sapphires are heat treated. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt accepted within the gemstone industry that natural sapphires are often heat treated in order to enhance their colour and protect them against accidental damage. This method is used to ensure that sapphire jewellery is long-lasting and durable, suitable for everyday wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n9. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe hardness of gemstones is measured using the Mohs scale<\/a>. The scale goes from 1 to 10. Corundum, and therefore sapphires, fall at number 9 on the Mohs scale, only one step behind diamonds. This means that sapphires are incredibly hard, and the only material that can scratch them is diamond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe name \u2018sapphire\u2019 comes from both the Latin \u2019sapphirus\u2019 and the Greek \u2018sappheiros\u2019. These very similar words both mean \u2018blue\u2019, so the gemstone was named simply after its colour. It is believed that originally these words may have referred to lapis lazuli, another kind of blue gemstone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. They are found all over the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSapphires have been found in countries all over the world, including Madagascar, Thailand, Australia and China. However, the most highly regarded sapphires are those that come from Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is so famous for its sapphires that it is sometimes referred to as \u2018Gem Island\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The rarest variety of sapphire is found in Sri Lanka. It is named \u2018padparadscha\u2019, the Sinhalese word for \u2018lotus flower\u2019. They have a pinkish, orange colour, creating a look of sunrise and sunset. They are typically sifted out of Sri Lankan rivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n5. The Millennium Sapphire is the largest cut and polished sapphire in the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe stone was discovered in 1995 in Madagascar and taken to Thailand to be examined and certified. The initial value of this sapphire was estimated between $90 million USD and $500 million USD. In 2001, the Guinness World Records certified the Millennium Sapphire<\/a> as being the largest carved sapphire in the world. Artist Daniel McKinney was hired to carve the stone. Each carving represents a great mind in human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n6. Sapphires are historically linked with the Royal Family.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe association with the Royal Family dates back to medieval kings. They often wore sapphire rings as they believed the gemstones would protect them from their enemies. It is thought that the term \u2018royal blue\u2019 may come from this royal affiliation with sapphires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n7. The most famous piece of sapphire jewellery is Lady Diana\u2019s engagement ring. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPrince Charles proposed to Lady Diana in 1981 with an 18-karat white gold ring, set with a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring was designed by Garrard and is reportedly worth more than $500,000. Prince William inherited the ring and has since given it to his wife, Kate Middleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n8. Most natural sapphires are heat treated. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt accepted within the gemstone industry that natural sapphires are often heat treated in order to enhance their colour and protect them against accidental damage. This method is used to ensure that sapphire jewellery is long-lasting and durable, suitable for everyday wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n9. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe hardness of gemstones is measured using the Mohs scale<\/a>. The scale goes from 1 to 10. Corundum, and therefore sapphires, fall at number 9 on the Mohs scale, only one step behind diamonds. This means that sapphires are incredibly hard, and the only material that can scratch them is diamond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSapphires have been found in countries all over the world, including Madagascar, Thailand, Australia and China. However, the most highly regarded sapphires are those that come from Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is so famous for its sapphires that it is sometimes referred to as \u2018Gem Island\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The rarest variety of sapphire is found in Sri Lanka. It is named \u2018padparadscha\u2019, the Sinhalese word for \u2018lotus flower\u2019. They have a pinkish, orange colour, creating a look of sunrise and sunset. They are typically sifted out of Sri Lankan rivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. The Millennium Sapphire is the largest cut and polished sapphire in the world. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe stone was discovered in 1995 in Madagascar and taken to Thailand to be examined and certified. The initial value of this sapphire was estimated between $90 million USD and $500 million USD. In 2001, the Guinness World Records certified the Millennium Sapphire<\/a> as being the largest carved sapphire in the world. Artist Daniel McKinney was hired to carve the stone. Each carving represents a great mind in human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n6. Sapphires are historically linked with the Royal Family.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe association with the Royal Family dates back to medieval kings. They often wore sapphire rings as they believed the gemstones would protect them from their enemies. It is thought that the term \u2018royal blue\u2019 may come from this royal affiliation with sapphires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n7. The most famous piece of sapphire jewellery is Lady Diana\u2019s engagement ring. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPrince Charles proposed to Lady Diana in 1981 with an 18-karat white gold ring, set with a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring was designed by Garrard and is reportedly worth more than $500,000. Prince William inherited the ring and has since given it to his wife, Kate Middleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n8. Most natural sapphires are heat treated. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt accepted within the gemstone industry that natural sapphires are often heat treated in order to enhance their colour and protect them against accidental damage. This method is used to ensure that sapphire jewellery is long-lasting and durable, suitable for everyday wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n9. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe hardness of gemstones is measured using the Mohs scale<\/a>. The scale goes from 1 to 10. Corundum, and therefore sapphires, fall at number 9 on the Mohs scale, only one step behind diamonds. This means that sapphires are incredibly hard, and the only material that can scratch them is diamond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe stone was discovered in 1995 in Madagascar and taken to Thailand to be examined and certified. The initial value of this sapphire was estimated between $90 million USD and $500 million USD. In 2001, the Guinness World Records certified the Millennium Sapphire<\/a> as being the largest carved sapphire in the world. Artist Daniel McKinney was hired to carve the stone. Each carving represents a great mind in human history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The association with the Royal Family dates back to medieval kings. They often wore sapphire rings as they believed the gemstones would protect them from their enemies. It is thought that the term \u2018royal blue\u2019 may come from this royal affiliation with sapphires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Prince Charles proposed to Lady Diana in 1981 with an 18-karat white gold ring, set with a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring was designed by Garrard and is reportedly worth more than $500,000. Prince William inherited the ring and has since given it to his wife, Kate Middleton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It accepted within the gemstone industry that natural sapphires are often heat treated in order to enhance their colour and protect them against accidental damage. This method is used to ensure that sapphire jewellery is long-lasting and durable, suitable for everyday wear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The hardness of gemstones is measured using the Mohs scale<\/a>. The scale goes from 1 to 10. Corundum, and therefore sapphires, fall at number 9 on the Mohs scale, only one step behind diamonds. This means that sapphires are incredibly hard, and the only material that can scratch them is diamond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n6. Sapphires are historically linked with the Royal Family.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n7. The most famous piece of sapphire jewellery is Lady Diana\u2019s engagement ring. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n8. Most natural sapphires are heat treated. <\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n9. Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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![\"Sapphire](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/ring-3132921_1920-1024x683.jpg\")
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